Avignon is a city in the South of France, located at the confluence of the Rhône and the Durance. This city is full of history and full of life. It is the capital of the Vaucluse and the Côtes du Rhône, city of the popes, city of art and culture, theatre, cinema, museums, department stores and small shops, many things to discover in this city of the south of France.
The chapels, churches, ramparts and of course the Palais des Papes and the Pont St Bénézet, which are now classified as UNESCO World Heritage sites, are a must-see. Its summer theatre festival is the world's leading event for live theatre. Finally, you can take time to discover the Provençal gastronomy, to taste a wine of the Côtes du Rhône of which it is the capital.
To sum up, Avignon is the ideal place to stay for a getaway in Provence.